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The Harley Street Skin Clinic

Precision cosmetic surgery tailored to enhance and refine your natural beauty.

Comprehensive solutions to address a range of body concerns, from stubborn fat to skin laxity.

Breasts

Tailored solutions for breast concerns, including size, shape, and symmetry.

Other Areas

Targeted solutions for stubborn areas of the body, tailored to your unique needs.

Volume & Contouring

Specialized treatments to enhance body volume and improve overall contour for a balanced silhouette.

Holistic care focused on improving overall health and well-being for a balanced lifestyle.

Digestive Health

Comprehensive care to support digestive health and improve overall well-being.

Energy & Immunity

Holistic approaches to boost energy levels and strengthen your immune system for optimal health.

General Health

Personalized strategies to maintain and enhance your overall health and vitality.

Expert care for a wide variety of skin and facial concerns, promoting a healthy, glowing complexion.

Ageing Signs

Expert treatments to minimize ageing signs, rejuvenating your skin for a youthful glow.

Skin Texture & Tone

Advanced treatments to improve skin texture and even out tone for a smoother, radiant complexion.

Specific Areas

Targeted treatments to address skin concerns in specific facial areas for balanced, refined results.

Volume & Contouring

Tailored solutions to restore facial volume and enhance natural contours for a more youthful appearance.

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globally focused

Keloid scar removal treatment at Harley Street Skin Clinic advances your skin with safe, effective, and most advanced scar removal treatments.

Expert cosmetic practitioners
Unparalleled Servce
Expert cosmetic
practitioners

Expert surgeons and cosmetic experts provide keloid scar removal services that are completely safe and effective. We make keloid-free skin a reality for you.

Refreshed, youthful and happy clients
Superior Results
Refreshed, youthful
and happy clients

Our keloid scar removal treatment will keep your skin smooth and make you look more confident than ever.

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What is a Keloid scar removal?

Keloid Reduction

Why is it essential?

Keloid scar removal is a type of treatment to reduce or remove a thick, raised scar known as a keloid. Keloid scar excision is pertinent for aesthetic and comfort enhancement. These scars can be deep and have an impact on someone’s view of their skin. Treatment can even out the skin and ease pain or itching. It also restores mobility especially when the keloid is near a joint and may also prevent the scar from getting larger over time, giving better reassurance and relief.

Several benefits include:

  • Better appearance
  • Less discomfort
  • Stop growth
  • Increased confidence

All about keloid scars

Keloid scars are raised scars that typically develop on a healing wound. They can form after surgery, following major trauma to the skin, around a new body piercing or even after minor skin damage like an acne breakout. They are firm, shiny, rubbery-feeling scars and tend to show up on the shoulders, upper chest and earlobes.

This type of scarring is also more common with individuals with darker skin tones and is known as keloid scarring. That is because our genes can contribute to the way our wounds heal and thus affect our odds of developing a keloid.

The many types

All about keloid scars

Keloid scars are raised scars that typically develop on a healing wound. They can form after surgery, following major trauma to the skin, around a new body piercing or even after minor skin damage like an acne breakout. They are firm, shiny, rubbery-feeling scars and tend to show up on the shoulders, upper chest and earlobes.

This type of scarring is also more common with individuals with darker skin tones and is known as keloid scarring. That is because our genes can contribute to the way our wounds heal and thus affect our odds of developing a keloid.

At a glance
Treatment time

30 mins

Hospital Stay

Not Required

Time off work

1 hour

Shower

6 - 12 hours

Driving

Instantly

Results last

4 - 6 weeks

Exercise

12 - 24 hours

Sexual activity

12 - 24 hours

The journey
Consultation Preparation Surgery Recovery
1
Consultation

It is preferable to begin with a consultation in which expectations regarding the procedure, necessary preparations, and treatment options to be taken prior to, during, and following the surgery are established.

2
Preparation

We are now focused on all the preparations that must be taken. Making sure everything will go along to plan financially, emotionally, and physically before the procedure begins.

3
Surgery

We work towards achieving naturally-looking, comfortable, and long-lasting results meticulously and from a patient-centred approach.

4
Recovery

Though healing time is unique to each patient, most patients are back to most normal activities within a few days of following the aftercare protocol.

Starts at
£180
1
Consultation

It is preferable to begin with a consultation in which expectations regarding the procedure, necessary preparations, and treatment options to be taken prior to, during, and following the surgery are established.

2
Preparation

We are now focused on all the preparations that must be taken. Making sure everything will go along to plan financially, emotionally, and physically before the procedure begins.

3
Surgery

We work towards achieving naturally-looking, comfortable, and long-lasting results meticulously and from a patient-centred approach.

4
Recovery

Though healing time is unique to each patient, most patients are back to most normal activities within a few days of following the aftercare protocol.

The procedure
Non-Surgical Scar Solutions"
Are keloid scars always surgically removable?

For keloid and hypertrophic scars, corticosteroid injections are often the first-line therapy. The injection decreases the collagen production which helps to reduce the scar and makes it flatter. This treatment is usually done early and can slowly help fade the scar.

It is also a safe and non-surgical procedure and can require multiple sessions for optimal results. Most patients have shortened scar, reduced pain, and minimal downtime.

Comprehensive Scar Removal
How keloid scars are removed?
  • Steroid Injections: These are injected into scars to help break down the scar tissue, reducing its size and thickness.
  • Surgery: For extremely large keloids that don’t respond to other treatments, surgical removal may be the best option.
  • Radiation therapy: Low dose of radiation is used to shrink keloids and help prevent them from reforming after surgery.
  • Laser Therapy: Laser treatment is used to diminish scars and create even skin tone.
  • Dermabrasion: It sanded scar tissue to smooth and soften with the surrounding skin.
Quick Scar Recovery
How long does keloid surgery take?

Treatments for removal of keloid scar can be minor, which can be durations ranging from 15 minutes to an hour depending on the treatment option. The majority of people will be able to return to normal activities throughout a couple of days.

Smooth Healing Ahead
What can I expect after the removal?

You will have a sterile dressing covering the wound after keloid treatment. You may need pain medication, and your doctor will make a follow-up appointment to assess healing.

Managed Pain Relief
Does keloid removal surgery hurt?

Removing keloids can be also painful, especially on sensitive areas. Medications manage discomfort during and after the procedure. Numbing injections could mean extra discomfort for those who hate needles.

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The price
How much does a Keloid Scar Removal cost?

In our clinic, we utilize state-of-the-art technology and tailor treatments to each patient’s needs. The cost of keloid scar removal varies according to the size and complexity of the patient’s scar, but we strive to provide our patients with both a natural look and long-lasting results.

Harley Street Skin Clinic has gained the trust of many keloid removal patients due to its outstanding care and attention to detail. Smoother skin begins here, with personalized protocols crafted by our experienced practitioners.

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£180

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The essentials
What do you need to know before the treatment?

  • Consult with a recommended Dermatologist.
  • Talk about your skin concerns and the results you want to achieve during the consultation.
  • Stay off blood-thinning medications, like aspirin or ibuprofen, for a week before treatment to minimize the risk of bruising.
  • Make sure your practitioner knows about any medical conditions.
  • A few days before the treatment, make sure you stay away from sunlight to help prepare your skin.

What is the recommended post-treatment care?

  • If there’s any prescribed medication, such as antibiotics or painkillers, take them as directed by your doctor, to help reduce your infection risk and encourage healing.
  • Clean the area gently with mild soap, don’t soak it and stay out of the sun for at least three months.
  • Put bandages on the wound to protect it.
  • Signs to look for include redness, swelling, warmth or pus. If you see these, call your doctor immediately.
  • You need to take it easy for at least two weeks or so to avoid irritating the area and to lower the risk of infection.
  • Consume foods containing vitamins A, C and E, drink plenty of water and avoid sugary snacks to aid your skin’s healing.
  • Make sure to keep your doctor informed about your recovery so that everything heals correctly and any problems can be addressed in time.

How to prevent keloid scar from forming?

  • Keloids can be stimulated anywhere there are accidental or intentional injuries to the skin, including piercings or tattoos. If you are prone to keloids, you should stay away from those.
  • Wash injuries with soap and water, apply petroleum jelly and cover with a bandage. Reapply regularly until healed.
  • Scars can darken in the sun, so avoid the sun’s rays as much as possible, covering the wound and wearing UV-protective clothing. When it heals, use SPF 30+ sunscreen.
  • After the wound has scabbed over, silicone sheets or gel can repair broken blood vessels and help prevent keloids and improve scars.
  • Apply a prescription strength corticosteroid cream to relieve itchiness.
  • If you see thickening around a new piercing, take out the earring and use a pressure earring.

Why have a Keloid scar removal?
Smoother Skin
Improve appearance

  • Eliminating keloid scars can increase your confidence about your appearance.
  • Scar removal can also enhance the symmetry and natural color tone of your skin.
  • Removal of face or ear scars that improves your look.

Reduce Pain
Relieve discomfort
  • Provide

    Keloid removal can provide pain relief if the keloids hurt or ache.

  • Help

    Some keloids itch and the removal can help relieve the itch.

  • Remove

    And if keloids develop near joints, removing them can allow you to move more freely.

Lower Risks
Prevent future growth

  • Keloids may keep growing, so removal may prevent keloids from worsening.
  • It reduces the chance of new keloids forming in the same location.
  • It allows you to protect the skin around keloid from further injury.

Before & afters
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Recovery timeline
Week 1

It can be swollen, red, and tender.

  • Wash the area and leave it covered with a bandage.
  • Take pain medication for pain.
Weeks 2-4

Swelling, redness subsides.

  • Follow the care instructions, such as applying ointments or silicone sheets.
Months 1-3

The scar will be there but fade.

  • Just use sunscreen to protect the area from sun.
  • Follow-ups with your doctor are crucial.
Months 6+

It can take up to 6 months for total recovery. The scar will lessen and fade over time.

  • The final result will be checked by your doctor.
The benefits
Less pain

  • It smooths the skin and makes the keloids less prominent.
  • It can relieve the pain or itching often associated with keloid scars.
  • Getting rid of the keloid will also enable your skin to heal properly.
  • The process minimizes the chances of the keloid coming back.

Lower anxiety

  • Having the keloids removed may make you feel better about your looks.
  • It can relieve the irritation of a prominent scar.
  • Once removed, people typically feel more at ease in their bodies.
  • It can alleviate fear that they will continue to grow or change in appearance.

Easier skin care

  • Keloids located near joints can hinder mobility, but removing a keloid can return full range of motion.
  • With the keloid gone, it’s much easier to treat the skin and avoid irritation.
  • Keloids can rub or irritate; removal resolves those issues.
  • Removal alleviates symptoms even in the long-term.

Am I suitable
Is Keloid Scar Removal good for me?

Ideal patients for keloid scar removal are individuals with extensive or painful keloids that are fully healed and stable. The person must also be in good health, with no conditions that would impede healing, like diabetes.

Candidates should set realistic expectations, know that although the removal can help improve the appearance of the scar and make it feel better, it’s possible it could grow back. People who do not have a tendency to keloid are also good candidates for the procedure.

The risks
Can risks be prevented?

Removal of keloid scarring does carry some risks. There’s a risk of infection, bleeding or the scar returning, possibly even larger than before. Skin color could also change, particularly in those with darker skin.

If nerves are affected, there may be numbness or tingling. You should go over these risks with your doctor, to make sure you’re fully informed prior to the procedure.